Saturday, July 11
The Indian team for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy in Dubai and Pakistan will be selected in Mumbai on Saturday. Chief selector Ajit Agarkar will announce the squad, but ace fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah is unlikely to be picked due to a back injury. Rohit Sharma is expected to be named captain, while Karun Nair's inclusion remains undecided.
Former cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar believes Rohit Sharma and selectors will influence his retirement decision. Manjrekar also suggested Virat Kohli play County cricket to enhance his Test skills before the England series. Kohli's fitness could allow him to continue playing at a the highest level, asserted Sanjay Bangar.
Novak Djokovic advanced to the last 16 of the Australian Open after defeating Czech player Tomas Machac in straight sets. Despite needing a medical timeout, Djokovic showcased his prowess by winning 6-1, 6-4, 6-4. He aims for a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam title, with a potential quarterfinal clash against Carlos Alcaraz on the horizon.
Virat Kohli's availability for Delhi's next Ranji Trophy match against Saurashtra is uncertain due to a neck sprain for which he took an injection. The Delhi Cricket Association awaits an update, while Rishabh Pant confirms his participation. The BCCI mandates international players' participation in domestic matches for national team selection.
Sanju Samson's decision to skip the Vijay Hazare Trophy might affect his selection for the Champions Trophy, drawing scrutiny from the BCCI and selectors. The absence of a clear reason for his unavailability has caused concerns, potentially influencing his chances in the ODI squad selection against England.
Amad Diallo's 12-minute hat-trick saved Manchester United from a potential defeat against Southampton. Diallo equalised in the 82nd minute and scored twice more, securing a 3-1 victory. Southampton initially led but couldn't maintain their advantage. The win ended United's three-game losing streak and moved them to 12th in the table, while Southampton's struggles continued.
Neymar jr shared his viewpoint on his time at PSG, mentioning Kylian Mbappé's jealousy after Lionel Messi's arrival, as per a podcast with Romário. Neymar noted their initial good partnership but attributed conflicts to ego clashes affecting team performance. He hinted at a return to Brazil after his contract with Al-Hilal ends.
Former cricketer Yuvraj Singh has expressed support for Rohit Sharma's captaincy of the Indian team. He highlighted Rohit's past successes, including victories in T20 World Cup and IPL titles, and asked for patience and broader evaluation of his performance. Yuvraj acknowledged recent setbacks but emphasized Sharma's overall contributions to Indian cricket.
Sanju Samson's decision to skip the Vijay Hazare Trophy might affect his selection for the Champions Trophy, drawing scrutiny from the BCCI and selectors. The absence of a clear reason for his unavailability has caused concerns, potentially influencing his chances in the ODI squad selection against England.
The Jukskei Derby between Joburg Super Kings and Pretoria Capitals was abandoned due to heavy rain. Joburg Super Kings used their spin bowlers effectively to restrict Pretoria Capitals to 138/8. Both teams secured two points each, moving Joburg Super Kings to the top of the table, while Pretoria Capitals are joint second with MI Cape Town.
